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A few favorites
Selecting herbs to grow in a container on a patio is easy. Think
about which herbs you use the most, plant a few in a container
with good drainage and find a sunny spot to let them thrive.
Harvest herbs throughout the growing season and plant the
mature plants in your landscape as autumn nears.

English thyme
A member of the mint family,
thyme is a perennial shrub,
whose woody stems are covered with small fragrant leaves
and flowers. Thyme is used
to flavor meats, soups and
stews. While very flavorful,
thyme does not overpower
and blends well with other
herbs and spices. It retains its
flavor when dried better than
many other herbs.

Rosemary

containers

Rosemary is a strong scented
perennial shrub with pale
flowers and evergreen leaves.
It has been used in culinary
applications, aromatherapy,
as a preservative and as
medicine. It pairs well with
butter for a rich spread. It
also compliments poultry and
potato dishes. Rosemary
can easily be dried for use
throughout the winter.

Salad burnet
Add the fresh leaves of this
dainty plant for a nutty and
slightly sharp cucumber flavor
to garnishes, salads, herb
butters and soft cheeses or
sprinkle on vegetables. Add
burnet at the start of cooking
casseroles and creamy soups.
Use to flavor vinegar, salad
dressing or drinks. Also has
medicinal properties including
easing sunburn pain.

make growing herbs easy

Growing herbs in containers on a sunny patio or
deck is easy and economical.
Fresh herbs enhance a variety of culinary dishes,
offer medicinal properties ranging from easing the
pain of a sunburn to freshening breath and reducing
blood pressure to aiding digestion.
In addition, herbs add a little green to a sunny
spot on your patio, deck or even a front stoop.
“Herbs can easily be grown in containers as long
as the container drains well, has access to sunshine
and water and herbs are harvested throughout the
growing season,” says Ji Douglas, nursery manager
at Sunny Farms Farm Store in Sequim.
Ji suggests planting herbs your family already
uses on a regular basis.
“Plant something that you like and use, but don’t
be afraid to branch out to try new herbs,” he says.
Sun is an essential ingredient for herbs grown in
containers. Most culinary herbs come from the Mediterranean and other sun-drenched regions, so they
will need at least eight hours of sun each day.
Good drainage and a properly sized container are
crucial for growing healthy herbs.
“The shape or type of container doesn’t matter to
a plant, but the size and its drainage ability does,”
Ji explains.
“You can plant herbs in almost anything that will
hold soil — clay, glazed, metal or plastic pots — just
make sure your container has a large drainage hole
because herbs can’t stand to have their roots sitting
in too-wet soil.”
It’s often better to combine two or more plants in
a large pot than to use several little pots, Ji says.
“Placing three 4-inch or 3.5-inch herbs in a large
pot is a great way to grow herbs in a small space,”
he says. “Don’t be afraid to mix herbs and have the
container look a little empty at first.
“It is better to let herbs grow into a container.
They will be healthier and last longer in the container if they have room to grow.”
Less densely planted containers can also be used
for more than a year when properly cared for because herbs will not become root-bound.
“A stuffed container is good for a few months, but
if you leave space for the herbs to grow they will
fill in nicely and provide fresh-cut herbs for a few
seasons,” Ji says.
Selecting a quality potting soil is also important
for container-based herbs.
People wanting to grow organic herbs should pay
close attention when selecting plants and soil to
make sure both are certified organic products.
“Some soils labeled organic contain synthetic
materials or pesticides,” Ji says.
“Look for organic products certified by the state or
the Organic Materials Review Institute to make sure
you are actually using an organic product.”

People can start herbs from seed. Herb seedlings
may not look like much for the first few weeks, but
once warm weather arrives they will thrive.
In addition to combining herbs in the same pot,
people can mix in edible flowers including pansies,
nasturtiums and marigolds.
“While most herbs are hardy once established, it is
important to slowly introduce herbs that have been in
a greenhouse to an outdoor location,” Ji says.
“Historically, the last frost date locally was
April 14, but just to be safe, bring herbs into the
house or your garage at night if the temperature
drops or make sure your container is in a sheltered
location from frost.”
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Parsley
Add raw parsley to salads.
Finely chop and sprinkle over
sandwiches, egg dishes, fish,
boiled potatoes and vegetable
soups. Add to mayonnaise
and other sauces. When
cooked, parsley enhances
other flavors, but add at the
end of cooking time. Chew
raw parsley to freshen breath
and to promote healthy skin.
Dries well and keeps flavor.

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The 15th annual AAUW Kitchen Tour, “A Day in
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kitchens in the Chimacum Valley/Tri-Area.
The tour is sponsored by AAUW (American Association of University Women) Port Townsend and its
philanthropic arm, the University Women’s Foundation of Jefferson County. It will be held from 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. Saturday, April 28.
Proceeds from the tour support education programs in East Jefferson County.
On this self-guided tour, you can expect to see
light-drenched kitchens with views of landscaped
gardens, Little Oak Bay, Discovery Bay, the Olympics
and the pastoral Chimacum Valley.
Many of these kitchens
open to a great room, creating a warm and inviting space for friends and
family to gather.
While styles range
from contemporary to traditional arts and crafts,
these kitchens share fine
design and expert craftsmanship — the result
of a close collaboration
between the owners and
area contractors, architects and designers.
Effectively contrasting
materials with glistening
stainless steel against
stone, an extraordinary
range of pantry styles,
granite and porcelain are
showcased on the tour,
as well as a variety of
beautiful woods including tigerwood, African
bubinga, maple, hemlock,
fir and oak.
The Hospitality Center (located at Chimacum
Creek Primary School, 313 Ness’ Corner Road, Port
Hadlock) will open at 9:30 a.m. for passports which
include detailed descriptions of the kitchens, free
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cottage into a comfortable and
charming retreat that remains
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sink, a built-in composting bin
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ABOVE: The cabinetry, part of
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insets. On the walls are displays of hand-painted Turkish
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Ji encourages people to check regularly to see if the
container needs water.
“Most herbs like to be on the dry side, but like all
plants, herbs will not grow without proper watering,
so check to make sure your soil is moist, especially as
the temperature rises,” he says.
“Once plants begin to produce, they need to be
harvested regularly.”
Harvesting herbs is as simple as lightly pinching
or clipping the top leaves off the plant.
It is important to harvest only a small amount off
the plant while it is young and becoming established.
“After the plant has become established, it is
important to harvest on a regular basis to promote
new growth and prevent blooming which changes the
flavor of the leaves,” Ji says.
Harvest the oldest stems individually with scissors
rather than cutting the entire plant to keep a steady
stream of leaves coming.
Air drying most fresh herbs at the peak of their
flavor preserves the flavor and color of many herbs’
leaves, flowers and seeds.
After harvesting and cleaning clippings and when
they seem free of excess moisture, gather them into
small, loose bunches.
Tie herbs with twine and hang upside down to
dry from a closet rod, laundry rack or string hung
across a room.
When drying herbs it is important to provide a
dust-free environment and ventilation in a spot
without direct sun.
If you don’t have good natural air circulation where
you will be drying out herbs, place a fan on low to
keep the air moving.
Many container-grown herbs will need to be
fertilized every so often because watering tends to
wash nutrients from the pot’s soil.
photo by BRENDA HANRAHAN
Consider adding a slow-release or organic fertilizer Ji Douglas, Sunny Farms Farm Store nursery manager, holds a newly planted container holding salad
when you plant.
burnet, thyme and rosemary.
Flexible and functional
Some potting mixes come with slow-release fertilA home office should
izer pellets already mixed in.
be comfortable, but not
Most culinary herbs are leaves, so avoid using a
so casual that it lacks
fertilizer
made to encourage flowers.
structure and function
“There are a variety of great organic fertilizers that
at the expense of overall
are safe for you and your family,” Ji says.
productivity.
As summer turns to fall, plant perennial herbs in
Whether you opt for a
your garden or landscape or bring containers inside to
desk or a table, be sure to
a sunny window.
evaluate how much work
“Growing herbs adds greenery and fragrance to
surface is needed before
your home,” Ji says.
you make the purchase.
“You will save money and know how your herbs
Consider how much
were grown. Plus, you might discover new herbs you
space your computer
like that will enhance a meal.”
and phone equipment,
wires and cords, files and
— story and photos by Brenda Hanrahan
paperwork and office
supplies will occupy.
All of these things can
quickly swallow space
you might need to work
comfortably.
After you’ve selected
the furniture, it’s wise to
invest in a high-quality
ergonomic chair that can
help promote your overall well-being.

Light and lively
Good lighting in a
home office is essential.
While overhead light
is helpful, your desk and
work spaces should also
feature a few task lights
for reading, writing and
computer work.
Adding a decorative
table lamp can help
maintain a homier feel.
The amount and type
of lighting really depends
on when you’ll be doing
the bulk of your work
and can vary drastically
throughout the day.
Installing light dimmer switches and adding
window treatments can
keep light adequate.
Painting a splash of
color on the walls, adding colorful textiles or
artwork reflective of your
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So, don’t be afraid to
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It’s easy to let a home
office become overrun
with paperwork including
bills, mail, newspapers
and catalogs.
Giving thought to
smart storage solutions
from the get-go will help
minimize stress in the
long run.
The good news is
you don’t have to settle
for commercial-looking
metal file cabinets to
store everything.
Cabinets have long
been used to create stylish, orderly kitchens and
baths, and can do the
same for a home office.
Cabinets need not be
limited to the kitchen
and the bath.
A cabinet can look and
function like a high-end
furniture-quality desk for
a home office at a fraction of the cost.

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Whether you telecommute for work or just
need a work space to
organize personal documents and files, a wellthought home office can
help you stay productive,
efficient and organized.
Before beginning the
design process for an office space, think through
how the space will be
used and ask yourself
these questions:
n What activities will
take place in the space?
n Who will be utilizing this area?
n What are the storage needs?
n What time of day
will you be doing most of
your work?
n Where in your home
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Once you have a
handle on your needs,
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Here are a few important things to consider
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Home & Garden | April 20, 2012

recycling | household items
IN CLALLAM COUNTY:
appliances
Appliances can be recycled at the Regional
Transfer Station, 3501 W. 18th St. in Port Angeles,
for $66.20 a ton, plus a $20 environmental fee for
refrigerators and freezers. EcycleNW in Blyn is
another resource for recycling your old appliances.
Phone 360-681-8645 or go to www.ecyclenw.com.
The Peninsula Daily News offers free classified
advertising for items that are free or less than
$200. Phone 360-452-8435 or go online to www.
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someone else may want your old appliances.

CFL lightbulbs
Recycling shipping boxes from Consolidated
Electrical Distributors, 11 Prospect Place in Port
Angeles, can be purchased for disposal of CFLs
that contain mercury. Boxes come in various sizes,
complete with prepaid postage and are shipped to
a facility where they can be properly disposed.
For more information, phone 360-452-9705 or go to
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Reduce: Because all waste — whether it’s buried in the ground or recycled — has
to be disposed of, the first goal in the fight against unnecessary waste is to reduce
the amount generated. One way to do this is avoiding single use (disposable)
products. Another is to choose items with less packaging when you shop.
Reuse: In Clallam County there are many opportunities to reuse item through
garage sales, swap meets and resale stores. The website www.2good2toss.com is
a free online material exchange for county and city residents.
Recycle: Think of recycling and buying products made of recycled materials
as a way to reduce pollution and save natural resources. Recycling involves
collection, separation, transportation and manufacturing new products.
Products manufactured from recycled materials uses less energy and natural
resources than traditional manufacturing.

IN JEFFERSON COUNTY:
Go to www.co.jefferson.wa.us and click on “solid waste” to get up-to-date
information on recycling options in the county.
Jefferson County also has an online exchange for reusable building materials
and household items at www.2good2toss.com.

Home Depot also takes CFLs. Drop them in the
orange kiosk located near the return desk.
Newer LED bulbs do not contain mercury.

electronics
Computers are recycled for free at Goodwills in
Port Angeles and Sequim, or EcycleNW in Sequim.
Think about donating televisions and other
electronics to local charities or thrift shops, or post
them on www.2good2toss.com.
For more information on other ways to recycle
electronics, go to www.ecyclewashington.org or
phone 1-800-RECYCLE.

building materials
New homes for unused or old building materials
can be found by going to www.builtgreenclallam.
org where you can download a copy of the
Construction Recycling Directory. You can also
reach Built Green at 360-452-8160.
Two businesses that will take unwanted
building materials off your hands are:
Around Again, 22 Gilbert Road in Sequim;
360-683-7862
Habitat for Humanity, 728 Front St. in Port
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SPRING TO IT: Cleaning tips for creating a healthy home
Allergens lurk inside and outside your home,
causing more than 40 million Americans with allergies to cough, sneeze and have itchy eyes all year
long, especially in springtime.
And, for 25 million Americans with asthma it can
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but if you’re not cleaning the right way, you could
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If your cleaning routine doesn’t specifically focus
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To maximize your cleaning efforts to reduce allergens, consider these simple tips from the nonprofit
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Your cleaning routine should include frequently
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saving energy, saving money
Mulch helps save
time, water
As temperatures inch toward 60 degrees,
one of the rites of spring, designed to impress
the neighbors, is a fresh layer of mulch.
But, did you know that mulch can also help
prevent erosion and discourage weeds growing
in the garden?
Mulch is an invaluable ingredient to a
successful growing season­— so much more
than shredded bark sprinkled around the base
of an ornamental tree each spring.
Get the facts on mulch to have a great
looking landscape to boot.

What is mulch?

Just like the leaf layer found on a forest
floor, mulch is a covering that can benefit both
plants and soil.
Consider the many different mulch types.
Some contain leaves and bark that decompose,
breaking down over time, while others are
pebbles or shredded tires.
The available varieties of materials are
diverse and nearly limitless. The varieties of
mulch that break down are beneficial to the
nutritional make-up, or tilth, of soil.
Ingredients commonly used for beneficial
mulching materials are: bark or wood chips,
leaves, grass clippings, straw or hay, newspaper, pine needles, cocoa shells and compost.
When selecting mulch, realize that not all
mulches are the same.

Where does mulch come from?

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photo by BRENDA HANRAHAN

Mattis Jarvegren, Clallam County Public Utility District utility services adviser II, demonstrates how a “Watt Detector” works. The device, which is
available for check-out at libraries across Clallam County, helps measure how much energy everyday appliances use.

PUD, library partnership encourages people to
test appliances and find energy savings
use the device.
Mattis said people can
have the device up and
running in a few minutes
by following a few simple
instructions provided
with the detector kit
during check-out.
Only appliances that
use a standard, 120-volt
outlet can be measured,
so no ranges or clothes
dryers can be measured.
The operations
manual, which is supplied
with the detector explains
all safety warnings.

Measurements conducted over long periods
will accurately reflect
true usage of the appliance, Mattis says.
For example, if a television is used four hours
a day, it is important to
measure the 20 hours a
day the appliance is not
in use to get a true
projection of the cost.
The PDF will provide
a list of the most common
appliances and the
average cost associated
with these appliances.
Using the detector
Tracking savings
allows you to see how
People who check out
a detector are directed on your appliances measure
how to download a PDF of up compared to the averthe comprehensive appli- age costs, Mattis says.
If your appliance is
ance worksheet to record
aging and becoming less
your findings and track
efficient, this guide may
potential savings.
show you the cost savings
These projections are
you could experience if
based on real time and
you replace it.
historical measurements
For information about
of actual consumption of
checking out a free detecthe appliance.
tor, visit a branch of the
The longer the appliance remains plugged in, North Olympic Library
System or visit www.nols.
the more accurate the
org or phone the PUD
projection will be.
at 360-452-9771 or visit
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Why do I need it?

Leaves and bark mulch benefits run much
deeper than beauty.
n A mulch layer can moderate the soil temperature reducing the effects of extreme heat
or cold.
n Soil condition may be improved by the
decomposing matter from mulch that provides
plants with added nutrition.
n Mulching a garden creates the ideal
environment for earthworms and beneficial
organisms.
n If heavy rains or soil erosion is an issue,
mulch can help reduce these effects.
n Weeds will find it more difficult to grow
in a mulched area, as the mulch helps to block
weed growth and access to the sun.

When should I use mulch?

Mulch can be applied anytime, but it is best
to spread it out early in the growing season,
before weeds have had a chance to get established.
Remove existing weeds, and spread a two to
three inch layer around landscaping plants, in
the vegetable garden or along walkways.
If recent rains have made the garden too
muddy, mulch is also a great way to create a
dry path through the muck and keep your feet
from sliding around.
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The device is used to
measure the amount of
electricity various household appliances use.
It calculates how much
money or energy is being
spent on an hourly, daily,
monthly or yearly basis.
It measures energy
use in watts and translates that into kilowatt
hours (kWh), the same
unit of measure used on
your electric bills.
For example, 1000
watts equals 1 kilowatt;
a 100-watt device running for 10 hours equals
1 kWh.
The watt detector
is compatible with any
electrical outlet and will
measure kilowatt hours
used and calculate the
associated costs over a
period of time.
When power to the
detector is interrupted,
the display will go blank
and the unit will stop
measuring energy consumption and elapsed
time, Mattis explains.
However, all accumulated measurements
including kilowatt hours,
elapsed time and actual
total cost will be retained.
This allows users to
take measurements anywhere and relocate the
watt detector to a more
convenient location to
read the display.
When the unit is
plugged back in, the
Changes to make:
display will become active
n Unplugging small
and the accumulated data
appliances.
n Upgrading to Energy can be retrieved by using
the keys.
Star products.
Data should be ren Replacing incandescent bulbs with Compact trieved immediately as
the elapsed time counter
Fluorescent Lamps
will restart and potential(CFLs).
ly skew the data as time
n Reducing overall
with no load elapses.
energy consumption.
The detector should be
“These units are really
programmed prior to use.
very simple to use,”
Confirm current utility
Mattis says.
rates before starting to
“They really help
people understand energy
usage in their homes.”
The detectors allow
users to see how much it
costs to leave on appliances, computers and
printers and to see how
much money devices such
as phone chargers can
waste when they are left
in an outlet after completing a charge.
Have you ever wondered how much energy
your appliances are actually using?
You’ve probably read
information from manufacturers about the average energy output an appliance uses. But can you
trust the information?
An easy way to measure the actual output of
an appliance is to check
out a “Kill A Watt” detector from your local library.
Clallam County Public
Utility District recently
partnered with the North
Olympic Library System
to offer residents a way
to measure how much energy their appliances use.
“By using a watt
detector, you can reduce
the amount of electricity
you use and lower your
utility bills if you make a
few small changes,” says
Mattis Jarvegren, Clallam County Public Utility
District utility services
adviser II.
Sixteen detector kits
are available for checkout to library patrons at
Clallam County libraries.
Checking out a detector is free, but a library
card is required.
Studies show that
people using electricity monitors will save
between 5 percent and
20 percent on their bill
by watching their energy
use and making effective
changes, Mattis says.

From recycling last week’s newspapers or
collecting grass clippings after mowing, to composting garden and kitchen waste, inexpensive
mulch materials are readily available.
The lumber and arborist industries often
sell chipped wood products inexpensively. These
wood chips tend to break down slowly and are
often used on garden paths and walkways.
Many gardeners prefer the look of the
woodchip or bark mulches that are available
through local garden centers.
Whether these mulches are sold by the bag
or by the truckload, they tend to be partially
composted and add a great, finished appearance to the garden while breaking down over
time to add organic matter to the soil.

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home renovations | before

remodel
blends aesthetics with function

Accessibility was on the top of Paul and Pam
Cunningham’s priority list when they remodeled their Port Angeles kitchen and bathroom.
With an active lifestyle and two young
daughters, one in a wheelchair, the couple used
tasteful practicality when updating their 1960s
ranch-style home.
At the suggestion of their friend and cabinetmaker, Jesse Bay of Jesse Bay Cabinetry in Port
Angeles, the Cunninghams hired Alicia Brewin

to take their ideas and form a cohesive design.
In order to accommodate the family’s unique
and active needs, Alicia helped create a floor
plan that was open and accessible.
The Cunninghams had researched books
on accessibility and gathered inspiration from
magazines like Dwell and Atomic Ranch, but
knew they needed help bringing all their wants,
needs and ideas together.
Alicia incorporated the couple’s love for mid-

century, modern design into their remodel.
From the early conceptual stages, emphasis
was placed on creating a kitchen and living space
that would last and be tailored to Poppy, 9, who
uses a wheelchair.
The Cunninghams wanted to create a kitchen
and bathroom that would not only accommodate
the whole family, but also increase their daughter’s independence.
Paul describes their old U-shaped kitchen as
“closed off.”
A peninsula and overhead cabinets that
obstructed light and divided the kitchen also
restricted the family’s, especially Poppy’s,
ability to maneuver around the space.
The area had to be opened up and the
half-walls and dark interior, characteristic of a
ranch-style home, taken out.
As the design scheme formed, focus was put
on incorporating environmentally-conscious
materials.
Custom bamboo cabinets — one of Paul’s
favorite elements, along with accessibility,
modern design and clean lines — were used
throughout the kitchen.
MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 11,
STORY CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 >>

ABOVE: Before the remodel, the Cunningham’s
U-shaped kitchen was closed off and had a dark
interior characteristic of 1960’s homes.
LEFT: A peninsula and overhead cabinets in the
old kitchen obstructed light and restricted the
family’s mobility.

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BELOW: The kitchen island in
the Cunningham home was
thoughtfully designed at table
height so that Poppy, 9, can
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home renovations | after
<< REMODEL CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10

Photos (2) by AXEL WILKINSON

LEFT: A bathroom designed
for sisters, 8 and 9, is playfully
tiled in floor to ceiling glass
mosaics and accented by
bamboo counter tops with a
high-gloss varnish.

“They’re sustainable and easy to care for,” Paul
says of the cabinets.
Kitchen storage was also expertly maximized to
make good use of the relatively small space.
Glass and metal accent an inviting workspace and
add a decorative element to the kitchen.
“Quartz countertops flow over work surfaces and
down to the attractively colored terrazzo-tiled floor
that allows ease of movement for Poppy not only in
her wheelchair but whatever scooter she is using at
the time,” Alicia says.
Walls were moved back so that a dining nook was
no longer necessary. Instead, they incorporated a
walnut table into the island work station.
The island was thoughtfully placed at table height
so that Poppy can roll up to it and so she and her sister Fiona, 8, can use it do schoolwork and art projects
or have a snack right in the hub of the home.
The kitchen allows Pam to prepare evening meals
amid the hustle and bustle of kids, animals and life.
The girls also have easy access to a drawer-style
microwave placed slightly lower than waist height.
The now ADA-compliant kitchen boasts exceptional
style paired with perfectly tailored function.

BELOW: Customized storage
space and room for a computer work station was woven into
the kitchen’s design scheme.

GIRLS’ BATHROOM
Before the remodel, the laundry room hosted not
only the washer and dryer, but crafts, storage and
miscellaneous items all within a space that shared a
toilet and sink.
With two girls well on their way to their teenage
years, the laundry room needed to become a bigger,
more functional bathroom to meet their needs.
It was playfully tiled in floor to ceiling glass mosaics reminiscent of the 1950s.
A bamboo counter finished the look with a highgloss varnish that added a special touch to the colorful and practical bathroom.
Space beneath the bathroom sink was opened up
so that Poppy could fit her wheelchair beneath it,
and the bathtub fitted with grab bars to make transferring easier for her.
An exit was added to the laundry room so that on
rainy days, Poppy can wheel herself directly into the
space and into her dry, indoor scooter without tracking mud into the house, Alicia says.
The entire project took four months to complete,
during which time the Cunninghams lived downstairs in their daylight basement.
AWARD-WINNING DESIGN
Alicia was awarded first place in the kitchen
category of the Seattle Design Center’s 13th annual
Northwest Design Awards competition for her work
on the Cunningham’s kitchen.
Designing for more than 30 years, Alicia has been
involved in interior design for both the residential
and commercial fields. She has refined her skills on
projects ranging from restoring historic homes to

designing modern medical centers.
Moving her design firm, Alicia Interiors, from the
East Coast to Port Angeles seven years ago, Alicia
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design into their life.
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Following an early retirement a Port Angeles
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for friends and family. Soon, he was taking
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photo by BRENDA HANRAHAN

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The distinctive aroma of freshly-cut cedar, the
sound of a saw and a puff of smoke from a wood
stove chimney are commonplace in a little workshop
in west Port Angeles.
When Mike Caldwell retired from being a delivery
driver for Franz Bakery a handful of years ago, he
had plans to make a couple of Adirondack chairs for
a few family members and close friends.
“I have always enjoyed woodworking and particularly enjoy working with cedar,” Mike says. “I
had been occasionally making chairs for family and
close friends for 23 years, but after I retired I needed
something to do that I enjoyed to keep me busy.”
With more time to plan and learn through
experience, Mike began expanding his chair designs
to rockers and two-seaters, and added some built-in
tables to his offerings.
“I am self-taught, and get better every time I
make something,” Mike says. “The last chair I make
is always the best.”
Soon, Mike was taking orders thanks to excellent
word-of-mouth referrals, and had named his business
Mike’s Cedar Works.
The product line also expanded to include picnic
tables, plant stands, arbors, pergolas with a built-in
bench, side tables, planters, trellises, elevated dog
bowls and more.
Mike has sold products at area festivals and
events, but calls the Port Angeles Farmers Market,
located in The Gateway center at the corner of Front
and Lincoln streets, his storefront.
Mike primarily works with cedar cut and milled
by longtime friend, Richard Loomis, but he can work
with any type of wood if a customer makes a request.
All items are handmade, and everything can be
custom-built to meet the specifications a client wants.
“One of the most popular requests I receive is to
make chairs more comfortable for shorter folks or
extremely tall people,” he says.
“Prebuilt chairs are often made for people with
longer legs, but not for people with really long legs,
which doesn’t work for short or really tall people.”
Single chairs start at $135 and single Adirondack
chairs range in price from $175 to $200 depending
on style and custom features. Rocking chairs start at
$200, and a double rocker costs about $240.
“People tell me all the time that I am underpricing my products,” Mike says. “I was born and raised
in Port Angeles, and I want local people to be able to

Mike Caldwell works on a cedar chair in his Port Angeles workshop. After a short retirement, Mike started Mike’s Cedar Works, which offers homemade, custom-built lawn furniture and more.

afford to purchase handmade, quality goods.”
All products are sanded and stained and ready
to stand up to any rainfall amount the Northwest
throws at it.
“Cedar is a tough wood anyway, but once you stain
it, the water literally beads and rolls off it,” Mike says.
“What I make is built to last outdoors and pretty
enough to go inside with the rest of your furnishings.”
Mike finds inspiration from catalogs and stores,
but relies mostly on what customers request and
what is practical and useful in everyday life.
“I am a practical person and strive to make daily
life as easy and as comfortable as possible,” he says.
“I saw elevated dog bowls in a store that help older
and big dogs eat more comfortably, and thought my
dog, Ginger, would like the idea. I went home and
made one, and now offer them as a product others can
buy. Ginger loves hers, and the bowls I make are
better built and cheaper than what stores offer.”
For more information about Mike’s Cedar Works,
visit www.MikesCedarWorks.com or phone Mike at
360-808-1772.
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moisture we receive, the
green decking they sell
in California would not
work well in our area.”
Redwood features
strength five times
greater than plastic
composite lumber, which
means it doesn’t split as
easily, Ron says.
In addition, redwood
can span greater distances without bending, so it
requires a third less of
the substructure material of a composite product,
Ron explains.
Less substructure
means less material, labor and cost are required
to build a redwood deck.
Homeowners, contractors and architects have
prized redwood for its
natural warmth, color
and character.
Each redwood deck
board contains a texture
and grain pattern all its
own, Ron says.
“Plastic composite
lumber manufacturers
try to match the look and
feel of real redwood, but
simply cannot match its
natural beauty,” he says.
Redwood is naturally durable, featuring
resistance to decay and
insects that comes from

the tannins in redwood
heartwood.
“Maintained properly,
a redwood deck can easily last 25 years and even
50 years,” Ron says.
“The life of a deck is
an important factor
when considering your
overall cost.
“When you purchase
redwood, you instantly
know that you are buying
something that will last
for years to come.
“And the initial cost of
the product is comparable
to cedar and composite
decking, so using redwood
makes financial sense.”
Pricing for redwood
decking starts at $1.92
for a linear foot.
“You won’t have to
take out a home loan to
build or replace an existing deck, and you end
up with a great product
when you choose redwood,” Ron says.
With minimal ongoing effort, the original
beauty of a redwood deck
can be easily maintained.
Unlike plastic composite lumber, which
can stain and fade, a
redwood deck can be
restored to its natural
color with a few steps

and materials.
And, at the end of
its useful life, redwood
decking is recyclable and
biodegradable, staying
out of local landfills.
Redwood lumber from
well-managed forestlands offers a number of
sustainable or “green”
benefits, Ron says.
Producers such as
Humboldt Redwood
maintain Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
certification from the

forestlands through
manufacturing and
distribution.
Regarded as one of
the toughest standards
for exemplary forestry
management in the
world, the FSC product
labeling system provides
a credible link between
responsible forest management and products
containing wood.
“Humboldt Redwood
manages 400,000 acres
of redwoods and are well

known for practicing
environmentally sound
practices,” Ron says.
“For every redwood
they cut, 10 more go into
the ground.”
For more information
about redwood decking,
phone Angeles Millwork
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Humboldt Redwood

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Clallam County PUD and the North Olympic Library System
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energy use in their homes. Residents are now able to check out
a Kill-a-Watt™ Energy Detector Toolkit at any NOLS library for
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electing materials
to build a deck on
the North Olympic
Peninsula often
sparks a debate.
Some people swear
native cedar is the only
type of wood to use in the
wet Great Northwest.
Others argue using a
composite material is the
logical choice.
You want something
that looks attractive,
yet is hardy enough to
withstand the saturating
rains that inundate the
region during the winter
and spring months.
“Redwood is a great
option for people living
on the Peninsula,” says
Ron Sande, purchasing
manager for Lumber
Traders Inc., which operates Angeles Millwork &
Lumber Co. and Hartnagel Building Supply.
“Naturally beautiful and strong, redwood
decking costs about the
same as native cedar, but
redwood lasts longer and
looks better, especially
when it is stained.”
The Port Angelesbased businesses recently
became exclusive Humboldt Redwood dealers
and stock a common
grade of 2-inch by 6-inch
redwood decking in 8, 10,
12 and 16-foot lengths.”
In addition, smaller
lengths of redwood are
available for handrails.
The covered yard
at Angeles Millwork &
Lumber Co., 1601 S. C
St., is fully stocked with
redwood decking.
Supplies for delivery or pick-up can also
be made at Hartnagel
Building Supply, 3111 E.
U.S. Highway 101.
“We offer a kiln-dried
product, meaning it
is not a ‘green’ or wet
product, so it is ready
for installation,” Ron
explains.
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including CAUTION,

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and DANGER. Labels won’t tell
you if a chemical is a danger to fish
or animals or harmful to local water
supplies. Chemicals can concentrate
up the food chain to a toxic level
for larger animals, and can have
long term harmful effects with low
exposures over a long period. Always
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mixture that feeds the soil, retains moisture,
prevents erosions, improves plant growth and
reduces the need for fertilizer and pesticides.
Dispose of used oil, anti-freeze and old paint
responsibly. Don’t pour down a street grate,
on the road, or on the ground – it will end up
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Apply pesticides early in the growing season,
not when flowers are in bloom. Bees can pick
up the pesticides and carry it back to their
hive and kill off the entire colony. No bees-no
honey-no pollination-no flowers-no fruit.
Leave your lawn clippings on your lawn, they
can provide up to 25% of needed lawn fertilizer
as the cut grass decomposes.
And in times of water conservation, let the
lawn take it’s natural course because Brown is
the New Green!

RECYCLING
(360) 417-4874

recycling@cityofpa.us

What is Household Hazardous Waste? (HHW?)

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any products used in and around the home contain hazardous chemicals, including auto products (oil,
antifreeze, car bateries), paints, pesticides, fertilizers, degreasers, cleaning agents, solvents, and aerosols.
These products become household hazardous waste when you no longer need or want them.
How can you tell if something is hazardous?

READ THE LABEL!

Look for key words “Poison”, “Danger”, “Warning” or “Caution” on the product label

A Hazardous Product has at least one
of the following properties:

Toxic

Poisonous, or causes long-term illness. Examples would
include pesticides, paint thinners, many auto products and
some cleaners. Look for warnings like “Use only in well
ventilated areas”, “Harmful or fatal if swallowed”.

Flammable

Burns easily. Examples include paint thinners and other
solvents. Look for warnings on the product label like “Do
not use near heat or flame”,
“Combustible”, “Do not smoke while using this product”.

Can spontaneously ignite or create poisonous vapors
when mixed with other products (so NEVER mix household
products) or can explode when
exposed to heat, air or water.

Disposal Options For HHW
In Clallam County
Household Hazardous Waste can be taken to
the Moderate Risk Waste Facility located at
3501 West 18th Street, Port Angeles. The facility is open Wednesday and Saturdays from
11am - 4pm and the service is free!
The facility does not accept business waste,
latex paints, flourescent tubes and electronic or pharmaceutical wastes at this time.
Auto oil and antifreeze can be taken to any
transfer station during operating hours. Auto
batteries can be taken to the Regional Transfer Station in Port Angeles, during regular
hours. Disposal of oil, antifreeze and car
batteries is free of charge.
Latex paints are not considered hazardous waste and can be solidified and disposed as regular garbage. Consider giving
extra paint away or using the the website
2good2toss.com to find someone who
might be able to use it.

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For more information, please call Clallam County Environmental Health at (360) 417-2258 or the City of Port Angeles Transfer Station information Line at (360) 417-4874